Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1550 - High-Speed Rail in Canada: Why We Keep Missing the Moment

On The Brian Crombie Radio Hour, Michael Schabas, one of the world’s most experienced rail and transportation experts, breaks down why Canada keeps failing to deliver high-speed rail — and what it would take to get it right. From the Toronto–Ottawa–Montreal–Quebec City corridor to station location, operating models, and the real economics of megaprojects, this conversation is a grounded, no-nonsense look at infrastructure as nation-building. Topics include:Why population density isn’t the main barrierLessons from European rail systemsHow high-speed rail can coexist with air travelWhat Canada must do to plan and execute successfullyIf you’ve ever wondered why France, Germany, and Japan can build world-class rail — and Canada can’t — this is a conversation worth hearing.